FAQs

  • Therapy is a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

    It can help you understand yourself better, build confidence, and find ways to cope with challenges.

  • I support young people with a wide range of concerns, including:

    • Anxiety and low mood

    • Self-esteem and identity

    • Family or friendship difficulties

    • School stress or exam pressure

    • Bereavement and loss

    • Neurodiversity (e.g. ADHD, Autism)

    • Trauma or difficult life experiences

    I will be as transparent as possible if I don’t feel I am specialised enough or the right person to work with based on what the presenting issue may be.

  • Sessions last 50 minutes and usually take place weekly. We can work together to find a regular time that works.

  • Sessions are £65. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call to see if working with me is the right fit.

  • Yes, the assessment stage is an essential part of the process and allows me to find out more so I can provide a more effective service. The assessment session is also carried out online, or over the phone, with a parent or carer who can provide important background information.

    This is charged at £65 for an hour.

  • At the moment unfortunately not.

    But I am hoping to expand into offering outdoor therapy sessions in the future.

  • Yes, this is something that can be very helpful and can be discussed either at the assessment stage or along the way.

    I can offer parent check-ins or collaborative sessions if desired and appropriate.

    I always work in a way that respects the young person’s voice and privacy.

  • That’s completely okay!

    Many young people feel unsure at first.

    You don’t need to have the “right” words — we’ll go at your pace, and we can use creative tools to help too if that feels right for you.

  • This is a really tricky question!

    It really depends and this is something we can discuss before we start, and also as we progress.

    I like to have regular reviews with the young people I work with and have open conversations about how it is going.

    There is no magic number, but in my experience, a minimum of 6 sessions would be a good start and allows the client to get used to the process.

    But this is not set in stone.

  • Therapy is a confidential space.

    However, if I am ever worried about anyone’s safety I have a duty to share my concern. I would tell you first, though, if this was to happen.

    Also, to make sure I’m supporting you in the best way, I speak to a senior therapist in something called supervision. I don’t share your name or anything that could identify you — it’s just to help me think things through and keep learning.

    This is something that all Counsellors have to do.